Defeating Maliketh, the Black Blade in the crumbling ruins of Farum Azula is widely considered one of the greatest triumphs in Elden Ring. Upon overcoming this legendary boss, players receive a highly valuable item known as the Remembrance of the Black Blade. This unique artifact serves as a key to unlocking some of the most destructive powers available in the Lands Between.
Trading with Enia at the Roundtable Hold
The primary use for this endgame artifact is exchanging it for specialized boss gear. Players can bring the item to the Finger Reader Enia located inside the Roundtable Hold to claim their rewards. She will offer you the choice between a massive Colossal Sword or a devastating Holy Incantation.
Alternatively, players who do not wish to use the associated equipment can choose to consume the item. Doing so instantly awards the player a bounty of 30,000 runes to fund their level progression. However, most adventurers prefer to keep the rewards due to their distinct mechanical advantages in late-game scenarios.
Unlocking Maliketh Black Blade Colossal Sword
Choosing the physical weapon grants players access to Maliketh's personal sword, which requires a heavy investment in Strength, Dexterity, and Faith. This legendary weapon features a specialized weapon skill called Destined Death that unleashes a flurry of dark energy waves. The attacks temporarily reduce the maximum health of your targets while dealing continuous damage over time.
This weapon functions exceptionally well against massive bosses that possess incredibly high health pools. The health reduction effect scales with the maximum vitality of the target, making tough encounters significantly easier to manage. It has become a staple choice for endgame Strength-Faith hybrid builds looking to optimize their damage output.
Mastering the Black Blade Incantation
The second option allows players to obtain the Black Blade incantation, a powerful spell that mimics the boss's agile aerial slashes. When cast, the player leaps into the air to fire a crimson projectile that passes through multiple enemies. Just like the sword, this spell inflicts a lingering curse that burns away boss health bars over several seconds.
To utilize this magical ability effectively, your character must meet high requirements in the Faith attribute. The spell occupies two memory slots due to its massive impact on the battlefield. Many spellcasters prefer this option as it allows them to inflict the Destined Death status condition from a safe distance.
Duplicating the Remembrance for Both Rewards
For players struggling to choose between the colossal sword and the holy incantation, the game provides a clever solution. You can visit one of the massive Walking Mausoleums scattered across the world to clone the artifact. Doing so lets you acquire both legendary prizes within a single playthrough without needing to start a new game plus cycle.
It is important to note that you must locate a mausoleum that features a ringing bell beneath its chassis to clone this specific boss memory. Tracking down these moving stone structures ensures you can fully master the dark power of Destined Death. Planning your rewards in advance allows you to optimize your character configuration for the final encounters inside the Erdtree.
